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Dec 17, 2025
Billboard takes a hit with notable layoffs, losing veteran reporters and industry insight. The discussion takes a somber turn as they reflect on the tragic suicide of influencer Tucker Genal, highlighting the need for mental health awareness. Meanwhile, Operation Bluebird emerges, aiming to reclaim the Twitter trademarks from X. The hosts dive into viral music trends, showcasing Kato's rise on Shazam. TikTok buzz is alive with Maren Morris & Zedd, and Sean Paul & Dua Lipa making waves in the social media landscape.
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Big Editorial Layoffs Hit Billboard
- Billboard cut four veteran reporters, hitting the industry's institutional knowledge hard.
- Lars Murray names Glenn Peoples, Rob Levine, Dave Brooks, and Steve Knopper as the affected journalists.
TikTok Deadlines Keep Sliding
- The TikTok forced-sale/bannative-deadlines keep slipping with no enforcement and the platform continues business as usual.
- Legal paperwork shows the actual shutdown deadline may be January 23, not December 16.
Influencer Tucker Janelle's Tragic Death
- Influencer Tucker Janelle died by suicide, and his late posts now read like farewells in retrospect.
- Lars Murray urges influencers to stay safe, especially during the holidays.